Thu. Mar 12th, 2026

Steam game listing achieves knockoff singularity by aping Pokémon, Zelda, and even Overwatch designs with a shamelessness Palworld could only dream of

The primary key art for ‘Pickmon’ immediately confronts viewers with a bewildering array of character designs that shamelessly borrow from numerous well-known gaming franchises. It’s a chaotic mash-up that leaves no doubt about its imitative nature, suggesting a profound lack of original thought.

By Artemius Grimthorne

Artemius Grimthorne Independent journalist based in Manchester, covering the intersection of technology and society. Over seven years investigating cyber threats, scientific breakthroughs and their impact on daily life. Started as a technical consultant before transitioning to journalism, specializing in digital security investigations.

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